Hundreds of Riot Police Deployed as Yogyakarta Crowd Turns Violent | Molotov Attacks on Parliament

Yogyakarta, Indonesia, witnessed a major escalation in overnight unrest on November 10–11, 2026, as riot police deployed in large numbers following violent clashes near the Yogyakarta Regional Legislative Council (DPRD DIY) building.Indonesian police deployed Brimob riot-control units, additional personnel and an 858-member special PAGAR task force as officers moved to disperse crowds around the parliament building and Malioboro district.Police reported that around 100 people gathered outside the DPRD building at approximately 8:07 PM, with Molotov cocktails, firecrackers and stones allegedly thrown during the confrontation.By the morning of November 11, police reported detaining 106 people in connection with the unrest. Authorities also reported recovering six Molotov cocktails, 12 firecrackers, seven bottles containing petrol and other suspected weapons and materials.Indonesia's National Police Chief visited the affected parliament building during the early hours of November 11 as authorities assessed the situation. Police said crowds had dispersed by approximately 4 AM and security had been restored.The incident follows weeks of demonstrations and tensions in Yogyakarta, with protesters raising concerns about economic conditions, workers' rights and government accountability.Watch the latest footage of the Yogyakarta clashes, Brimob riot police deployment, armoured vehicles, crowd dispersal and the developing situation in Indonesia.Figures and details concerning detentions, seized items and the police operation are based on official police statements reported by Indonesian media.Subscribe for breaking news, international developments, protests, disasters and major world events.